Authentic Tamil Nadu Chettinad Poondu Thogayal with Warm Steamed Ponni Rice
A fiery and aromatic South Indian condiment made with roasted garlic cloves, fresh coconut, and dry red chillies. Perfectly paired with steaming hot rice and a drizzle of sesame oil for a comforting meal.
25min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu Chettinad
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Heat a tablespoon of sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
2
Add the peeled garlic cloves and sauté until they turn light golden brown and fragrant.
3
Add the dry red chillies and tamarind, sautéing for another minute before switching off the flame.
4
Allow the mixture to cool completely, then transfer to a blender along with the grated coconut and salt.
5
Grind everything into a coarse paste using very little water if necessary.
6
In a small pan, heat the remaining sesame oil, sputter mustard seeds, and add curry leaves.
7
Pour this tempering over the ground thogayal and mix well.
8
Serve hot with steamed Ponni rice and a generous drizzle of sesame oil.
Ingredients
2 cups peeled garlic cloves
1 cup freshly grated coconut
8-10 dry red chillies
A small lemon-sized ball of tamarind
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
A sprig of fresh curry leaves
Salt to taste
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